How Long to Read First Flight

By T. A. Heppenheimer

How Long Does it Take to Read First Flight?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 40 minutes to read First Flight by T. A. Heppenheimer

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

An aviation expert uncovers the brilliance behind the first successful flight of an engine-powered plane In the centennial year of the Wright Brothers' first successful flight, acclaimed aviation writer T. A. Heppenheimer reexamines what Wilbur and Orville Wright achieved. In First Flight, he debunks the popular assumption that the Wrights were simple mechanics who succeeded by trial and error, demonstrating instead that they were true engineering geniuses. Heppenheimer presents the background that made possible the work of the Wrights and examines the work of Samuel P. Langley, a serious...

How long is First Flight?

First Flight by T. A. Heppenheimer is 394 pages long, and a total of 100,076 words.

This makes it 133% the length of the average book. It also has 122% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read First Flight Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 9 hours and 6 minutes to read First Flight aloud.

What Reading Level is First Flight?

First Flight is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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